The General Office of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity

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Austin Attendee Information and Arrival Itinerary

Thank you for choosing to "Reinvest in Alpha" and joining us in Austin, Texas, for the 2013 General Convention, please see below for some important details.

Remember to bring your résumés! The convention's job and career fair will take place on June 28, from 8 am–6 pm in the convention center. The career fair is free and open to all. See you there!

2014 - 15 General Budget Q&A

The Budget and Finance Committee will hold a question and answer session to answer questions on the 2014 -15 budget. All brothers are encouraged to print and bring materials with you. Also, please remember that the B&F committee report is on AlphaNet and not in the large consolidated convention reports.

Downloading Files Brothers, you can download all convention reports by clicking here. The IMDP committee report can also be found there. You can access files on Guidebook, and download documents to your mobile device.

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Review the program book, the web site or the meeting app! Plan your time by previewing the Convention Event Booklet/Souvenir Journal. Read the welcome letters from General President Tillman and other leadership. There will be more event information through the smart phone application "Guidebook," available in the Apple, Google and Amazon app stores.

Arriving on Time There will be items given away at EVERY EVENT (programs, workshops, breakout sessions and luncheons) during the convention. Trust us when we say, YOU DO NOT WANT TO BE LATE or leave early. Because of this, using Guidebook mobile application is vital because the schedule will be updated if any changes should occur.

ALPHA ATTIRE

Brothers, for all events except for the step show, the attire is business professional. This includes all Alpha business sessions (dark suit, white shirt, Alpha tie). Some special events that will require you to be dressed a certain way. Here are some suggestions:

Travel Outside the Hotel Brothers, we will be in Austin, Tx, in June. It will be hot. It will help if you are prepared for the heat. Click here for weather forecast.

Event Attire Brothers, we request that you wear a dark suit, white shirt and gold tie for The Welcome Reception and Fraternal Luncheon. On Saturday, the Fraternal Awards Banquet is a formal affair, so it is only fitting that you wear a tuxedo.

Game day at Millennium on Saturday – Comfortable clothing; bring socks if you want to bowl or skate.

For all activities in the hotel, such as Kids Club, a sweater or jacket may be needed as rooms could be cold.

UPON ARRIVAL AT Austin International Airport

The host hotel, the Austin Hilton, and all overflow hotels are located in downtown Austin, approximately a 25-minute drive from the airport. The following transportation options from the airport to the Austin Hilton and ALL overflow hotels are available:

Taxi Cabs Taxis from the Austin Airport to the downtown Austin area cost approximately $25+ each way.

Convention registration and check-in is located in the Austin Convention Center, Solar Atrium. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity general office staff will be waiting for you with a smile and your registration packet, if you have registered. Registration hours are listed in the guidebook schedule.

FRATERNITY MEETINGS – STAY ENGAGED!

Board Meeting The fraternity’s board of directors meeting will take place Tuesday, June 25th, at 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm in the Salons room, C, D & E. We look forward to your participation in this important fraternity meeting. Limited space is available, and entry will be restricted to financial members only. Alpha business attire is expected for this event.

Brothers, you’re mobile – and so are we!

TwitterFollow @apa1906network on Twitter for a live feed of everything going on at the 2013 General Convention. Use #APhiA and #AlphaCon to follow the convention conversation, find live updates and interact with other brothers and attendees. Use #AlphaConHELP for assistance with conference logistics or any questions regarding the convention.

Guidebook AppDownload the Guidebook app for the General Convention schedule, alert, maps and much more. You can even make a to-do list so you don’t forget to participate in certain events. Download Guidebook from your app store and search for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.

Foursquare Like APA1906Network on Foursquare to optimize your event experience. You will be able to find tips to navigate Austin and the convention, find nearby restaurants and other essentials.

Facebook Like 1906APANetwork on Facebook to optimize your event experience. You will be able to find tips and updates about the convention.

Alpha General OfficeThe general office will be available. If you have meeting-related questions, you can reach general office staff on-site beginning Monday, June 25, 2013, via e-mail at Membersupport@apa1906.net or toll-free at 800-373-3089.

THANK YOU!Again, thank you in advance for wanting to know more about the 2013 General Convention and for being a concerned and informed brother of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Until we see you in Austin, we welcome you to use this e-mail as a source of information for the upcoming event. As always, Brothers, if we can be of assistance in any way, please do not hesitate to contact us at 800-373-3089.